Indian Army Conducts ‘Prachand Shakti’ Exercise in Uttar Pradesh

Indian Army’s Ram Division, under the Kharga Corps, conducted a high-tech battlefield demonstration titled ‘Prachand Shakti’ at the Field Training Area in Meerut, Uttar Pradesh. This exercise emphasized the use of disruptive technologies by infantry formations during Strike Corps operations. It forms part of the Army’s larger effort under the ‘Year of Tech Absorption’, promoting indigenous technological solutions and civil-military collaboration in defence innovation.

Key Details of Prachand Shakti Exercise

Technologies Showcased

• Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs): For real-time surveillance and target acquisition
• AI-enabled Systems: Decision support, situational awareness, threat analysis
• Loitering Munitions: Autonomous precision strike capabilities
• Autonomous Ground Platforms: For logistics, fire support, and reconnaissance
• Civil-Military Innovations: Solutions sourced from Indian start-ups and tech innovators

Strategic Importance

• Redefining Modern Warfare: Emphasizes shift from traditional combat to tech-enabled rapid operations
• Strike Corps Relevance: Enhances deep offensive capabilities vital for operations in adversarial theatres
• Infantry Modernisation: Boosts frontline troops with smart support, improving mission success and survivability
• Atmanirbhar Bharat Push: Strong focus on indigenous and dual-use technologies in the military domain
• Army’s Future-Readiness: Supports long-term transformation for network-centric, technology-driven operations

Key Facts: Indian Army Strike Corps and Commands